LPN Licensed Practical Nurse (DAY SHIFT)

3db3d6a8-1de1-4ffc-bf60-68f204d46c0a•Wallingford, CT

10h•$27 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse provides nursing care to assigned patients in assigned areas under the supervision of an RN, using evidence-based nursing practices. Care is tailored to residents’ or patients’ ages, needs, and abilities and includes medication and treatment administration, teaching, and implementation of the interdisciplinary care plan. The LPN contributes to care plan development by collecting and recording data, collaborates with residents, patients, families, colleagues, and the interdisciplinary team, and documents comprehensive information accurately and promptly using the Electronic Medical Record. The role also supervises CNA care, participates in education and quality improvement activities, follows the Diligent Minimal Lift Program, and performs other duties as required. This position is based at Masonicare Health Center in Wallingford, Connecticut, and is scheduled for day shifts, 16 hours per week, every other weekend.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing for practical nursing.
Current Connecticut license to practice as a licensed practical nurse.

Nice To Haves

One or more years of clinical experience in a hospital or similar health care setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide nursing care appropriate to each resident’s or patient’s age, needs, and abilities, including medication and treatment administration, teaching, and implementation of the interdisciplinary care plan.
Contribute to care plan development by collecting and recording data on an ongoing and systematic basis.
Communicate and collaborate with residents or patients, families, colleagues, and interdisciplinary team members to meet resident, patient, and unit needs.
Document accurate, pertinent, and comprehensive information in a timely and concise manner according to regulations and facility policies and procedures; use the Electronic Medical Record competently.
Supervise care provided by CNAs to ensure it complies with the interdisciplinary care plan and resident profile.
Participate in educational programs, in-services, meetings, and workshops; use current literature to enhance professional skills and knowledge; attend all annual mandatory in-services.
Participate in quality improvement programs as directed.
Follow standards of the Diligent Minimal Lift Program.
Perform other duties as required.